TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Police are reminding residents that all ten of their precincts offer “Transaction Safe Zones” for child custody exchanges and online purchase transactions. These zones provide a safe and monitored location for the public to conduct these transactions. They are open to the public, well-lit, and under video surveillance 24/7. The zones are clearly marked with signage. The […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County is once again encouraging residents to beautify their communities by participating in the county’s “Fall Litter Blitz.” County Executive Johnny Olszewski announced the initiative on Thursday, October 24, inviting groups and residents to organize and participate in litter cleanups throughout the county. “Environmental action begins at home and in our communities, and it’s up to all of […]
TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Board of Education is seeking volunteers to serve on its Ethics Review Panel, which advises the board on its ethics code policies. According to a press release from the school system, the panel consists of five members who are appointed by the board. To be eligible for the position, applicants must be at least 18 years […]
HILLENDALE, MD—The Baltimore County Police Department will join residents in the Loch Raven Boulevard community on Tuesday evening for a community walk. The walk will take place at 5:00 p.m. on October 22 at Halstead Academy. Participants will have an opportunity to discuss any public safety concerns that residents may have. Halstead Academy is located at 1111 Halstead Road (21234). […]
TOWSON, MD—Police are investigating after a bicyclist was killed in a crash in eastern Towson. At around 9:45 a.m. on September 20, 2024, officers with the Baltimore County Police Department responded to Taylor Avenue near Collinsdale Road (21286) for a motor vehicle crash involving a bicyclist. Detectives determined that the bicyclist was traveling eastbound on the sidewalk of Taylor Avenue […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation has announced major lane closures for October 4 – 11 in northeastern Baltimore County and southern Harford County. Officials say the closures could impact travel for those driving in the area. All work is weather permitting. The planned closures include the following: Northeastern Baltimore County I-695 from I-70 to MD 43 (White Marsh Boulevard) […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County government offices will be closed on Monday, October 14, 2024 due to the federal Columbus Day holiday. All branches of the Baltimore County Public Library and all County senior centers will be closed and CountyRide service will not operate on the holiday. Towson Loop service will operate as scheduled, parking meters must be fed and Baltimore County […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County has announced a new grant program to fund initiatives aimed at combating opioid addiction and overdose prevention. The Opioid Abatement Fund, supported by funds from the National Opioid Settlement, will provide resources to community organizations engaged in harm reduction, treatment, and recovery efforts. “The opioid epidemic continues to be a serious public health concern in Baltimore County, […]